ART&SOUL

New Orleans Center for Creative Arts is an essential incubator for continuing to populate the city with tireless talent. Those painters, pianists, and novelists who have NOCCA to thank will get their chance at the annual ART&SOUL gala, as many alumni return to celebrate, joined by just about anybody who loves local culture.

The patron party begins at 6 pm, with food, drink, and live music from NOCCA alumni Alexis & The Samurai. Patrons will also be able to place early bids in the aptly art-filled silent auction.

The gala begins in earnest at 7:30 pm, with more alumni/performers including Sasha Masakowski Family Quartet and Preservation Hall Jazz Band. Live auction at 9:45 pm. Tickets start at $50. noccainstitute.com/artandsoul.